Southwestern Turkey Burgers

To prevent burgers from sticking to the grill, wait until they form a crust before moving them.

Total Time: 0:25

Prep: 0:15

Level:
Easy

Serves:
4

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Ingredients

1½ lb. ground dark meat turkey (93% lean)

1 jalapeno chile

2 oz. grated Monterey Jack cheese

¼ c. plain dried breadcrumbs

2 tbsp. mayonnaise

Coarse salt and ground pepper

vegetable oil

4 Hamburger buns

desired toppings

Directions

Heat grill to medium-high. In a medium bowl, place turkey, jalapeno, cheese, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix very gently with a fork to combine, being careful not to overwork meat (which would make burgers dense).

Gently form meat into 4 equal-size patties, 4 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. Press thumb in the center of each patty to make an indentation approximately 1/2-inch deep (this helps keep burgers flat during grilling).

Moisten a folded paper towel with oil; grasp with tongs and rub over grates. Season burgers with salt and pepper; grill until cooked throughout, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Serve on buns (toasted on grill, if you like), with desired toppings.